Board Initiatives

Little Rock’s vision is to be a leading City of the 21st century by
providing a safe and supportive environment that empowers its citizens,
neighborhoods and businesses to develop and prosper.

“Must Do” Policy Statements

Policy Statement for a Safe City
It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to protect the rights of the
people, ensure public order, and provide public safety through
efficient delivery of services in addition to requiring the highest
level of professional standards.

This shall be accomplished by:

Providing protection through the enforcement of municipal laws

Providing protection from loss or damage of property

Safeguarding individual liberties and
implementing community partnerships to foster cooperation and shared
resources from other public and private agencies

Maintaining and improving community
livability through partnerships with diverse communities by proactively
addressing public safety concerns, which enhance the quality of life for
all

Supporting programs that address the issues of children, youth, and families

Striving to ensure the availability and access of adequate, safe, and affordable housing

Striving to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety

Providing disaster assistance in natural and man-made emergencies

Providing optimum service levels to the public as cost effectively as possible to maintain a safe, healthy community

Policy Statement for Economic Development
It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to create an environment
that attracts new business, retains and encourages growth for existing
business, and supports growth sectors within our economy.

This will be accomplished by:

Continuing to support and promote the local regional economy.

Leveraging key resources and assets to
attract and keep business interests that offer high-wage/high-skill
opportunities for residents.

Continuing to build on the momentum from
public and private investment and recognizing that these efforts provide
economic growth for all of central Arkansas.

Recognizing the important role small and
minority-owned businesses have in the creation of jobs and economic
growth and continuing to offer assistance and programs that support
these initiatives.

Creating an environment that is attractive to young people.

Providing a strong work force for new and existing business.

Policy Statement for Basic City Services
It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to ensure citizens receive
quality basic services, and to provide a viable system that enables its
employees to give the most efficient and effective support possible.

The services provided to the citizenry will include:

A comprehensive operational and administrative support system

The collection of solid waste and recyclables

An efficient drainage and wastewater system

The provision of a clean, healthy water supply

A coordinated and efficient public transit system

A comprehensive effort to ensure air quality

Policy Statement for Infrastructure
It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to maintain and improve a
comprehensive infrastructure system that meets the changing needs of the
community while protecting the integrity of the environment.

A comprehensive infrastructure system includes:

Drainage systems

Information technology systems

Public buildings

Solid waste facilities

Streetlights

Streets

Traffic signals

Wastewater facilities

Water systems

“Should Do” Policy Statement

Policy Statement for Quality of Life
It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to ensure the availability
of varied recreational, creative, and educational experiences that
enhance the quality of life for our residents and visitors.

This will be accomplished by:

Adopting policies that encourage the availability and the continuous improvement of cultural and artistic offerings.

Adopting policies that capitalize on
Little Rock’s rich natural resources by encouraging the preservation of
open space, and developing public and private land for active and
passive leisure activities.

Embracing and celebrating the diversity of
Little Rock’s citizenry through the promotion of festivals and other
events that highlight the varied cultural background of the City.

Adopting policies that support the various entertainment venues and tourist attractions that exist within the City.

“Should Do” Policy Statement

Policy Statement for Quality of Life
It is the policy of the City of Little Rock to ensure the availability
of varied recreational, creative, and educational experiences that
enhance the quality of life for our residents and visitors.

This will be accomplished by:

Adopting policies that encourage the availability and the continuous improvement of cultural and artistic offerings.

Adopting policies that capitalize on
Little Rock’s rich natural resources by encouraging the preservation of
open space, and developing public and private land for active and
passive leisure activities.

Embracing and celebrating the diversity of
Little Rock’s citizenry through the promotion of festivals and other
events that highlight the varied cultural background of the City.

Adopting policies that support the various entertainment venues and tourist attractions that exist within the City.